Do park rangers get to have their dogs with them at work?

Contrary to what some others have said, some American National Parks and Monuments do allow dogs, usually on leash. Chaco Canyon in NM is an example. read more

For most agencies I’m familiar with, including state and federal: If it is a service dog, as identified by the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA), then it is like any other service animal. read more

A park ranger, park warden, or forest ranger is a person entrusted with protecting and preserving parklands – national, state, provincial, or local parks. "Parks" may be broadly defined by some systems in this context, and include protected culturally or historically important built environments, and is not limited to the natural environment. read more

Interpretive park rangers (including me) teach people about what makes each national park special and what we can all do to take care of it. We lead hikes, teach school field trips, work at visitor centers and help people stay safe during their visit. read more